January 22, 2022
A new Knicks leader is emerging
Asked what qualities are needed to become the leader of an NBA team, Knicks forward RJ Barrett deferred Saturday to more established players in the league.
Hundreds gather outside Harlem precinct to mourn slain NYPD officer
The vigil came after a rookie Officer Jason Rivera was killed and his partner Officer Wilbert Mora was critically injured when they were shot after responding to a domestic incident.
49ers shock Packers, Aaron Rodgers to reach NFC title game
GREEN BAY, Wis. — Robbie Gould lived up to his name. On a field littered with snow flurries, Gould made a 45-yard field goal Saturday night as time expired that...
Tragic transcript: NYPD's 911 log shows rapid escalation of call that left cop dead, another seriously injured
Before Officer Jason Rivera was slain and Officer Wilbert Mora was critically injured by Lashawn McNeil's .45 Glock, police had little indication that they were walking into an ambush.
Bengals moving on because of this unheralded unit
The Bengals’ resurgence this season has been led by offensive stars Joe Burrow and Ja’Marr Chase. On Saturday, however, they were merely the supporting actors for their defense.
Black pols walk out of state Senate in protest of critical race theory ban
All 14 of Mississippi’s black, state senators refused to vote on a bill banning the teaching of critical race theory in the state's public schools, walking out in protest instead.
Devils have huge offensive night to snap skid
Nathan Bastian scored twice in the first period and his teammates cranked up the offense after that as the New Jersey Devils defeated the visiting Carolina Hurricanes 7-4 on Saturday...
Eric Adams must be NYC's wartime mayor
The murder of rookie Police Officer Jason Rivera, 22, and the serious wounding of his partner, Officer Wilbert Mora, mark another low moment in New York’s decline. Three other city...
Islanders have no answers in this one
The Islanders are playing better than when their season was at its nadir, but they’ve still got a long way to go — both in the standings and on the...
Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon playing it 'cool' with mergers
Goldman Sachs boss David Solomon is a bachelor waiting for potential partners’ assets to dip – so he can swoop them in at the right price, Charles Gasparino writes.
Veteran star's hat trick propels Rangers to dominant win
The Rangers erased a two-goal deficit and charged back with a whopping six unanswered tallies for a win over the Coyotes to kick off the second half of the season.
Nets star says he's 'definitely back' after the ups and downs
Maybe James Harden was sparked by the defense Friday, or perhaps he was just unusually springy at San Antonio. But he says it’s something bigger.
The Post says: NYC's bad old days are back if we do nothing about violence
Will New Yorkers finally reject the Democrat's hateful police rhetoric after a horrific week of police shootings, subway shoves and blood on the streets?
Knicks star not doing himself any favors
On a cold Saturday in Tarrytown, Julius Randle kept the freeze going between him, Knicks fans and media.
Online fundraiser for slain NYPD cop surpasses $100K goal in less than one day
Jason Rivera was killed Friday night when he and his partner, Wilbert Mora, were ambushed during a domestic call at an apartment in Harlem.
Rangers still looking to fix this lingering weakness
Though special teams play has been a Rangers' strength, they haven’t been as effective at five-on-five this season. Not only are they ranked 21st out of 32 teams in even-strength...
'This is our hero': Slain NYPD officer seen smiling on job in video before his death
A short video clip of NYPD Officer Jason Rivera started making the rounds of social media late Saturday, showing the slain rookie wearing his signature grin along with his uniform.
Nasty family feud over mom's will lands two retired sisters in jail — and one may lose her home
A 14-year-long legal fight among five siblings over a Queens woman's estate has gotten so nasty it landed two elderly sisters in jail — and now one of them may lose...
Islanders teammates share recollections of deceased legend
Bob Nystrom’s phone inbox was full Saturday afternoon with well wishes, condolences and happy memories. He could barely keep up with all the calls. That’s the kind of effect Clark...
Bengals advance to first AFC title game since 1988 in thrilling fashion
Rookie Evan McPherson kicked a 52-yard field goal as time expired, lifting the fourth-seeded Bengals past the top-seeded Tennessee Titans 19-16 on Saturday to end the NFL's longest active road...
Peter Beard's muse claims NYC shop won't return nude pics
A Manhattan artist who served as photographer Peter Beard's nude muse since her teen years claims in a lawsuit that her own artwork is being held hostage.
Isle of dogs: NYC furry friends allowed on Governors Island for the first time
Owners and their four-legged friends can enjoy all of the island on leashes, or dogs can run free at the new fenced-in dog park behind Liggett Terrace toward the center...
Biden offers prayers for slain, injured NYPD officers
President Joe Biden said Saturday that he and the first lady were "saddened to hear two NYPD officers were shot last night — one fatally."
Giants should take a shot and pick this imperfect coach
If you want Brian Flores as the next head coach of the New York Football Giants, the bad news is that he is not a perfect candidate.
NYC pol introduces legislation to end 'COVID summonses'
For the second time, Brooklyn Councilman Kalman Yeger (D-Brooklyn) introduced legislation to do away with COVID vaccine fines — and refund those who've already paid.
Instagram star pooch, tenants in eviction dogfight with NYC landlord
A landlord is attempting to boot a curly haired pooch named Ruby, along with owners Stephanie Handley and John J. Sayers, from their rent-stabilized Manhattan apartment.
Save lives: Expand Kendra's Law and other 'tough love' for the severely mentally ill
If the need to bolster New York's laws on getting help to the severely mentally ill weren't already obvious, recent subway-shoving and shooting deaths of two women by plainly troubled...
Team Biden's N95 giveaway is — as ever — too little, too late
Yet again, Team Biden is late to the game on a high-profile anti-COVID action. This time, it’s a move to give away 400 million N95 masks — mainly after Omicron...
Letters to the Editor — Jan. 23, 2022
New York Post readers sound off on pols’ trade shame, the need for masks, out-of-office woes and the NYPD heroes who saved residents after a Bronx building exploded.
Meat Loaf's death has been used as 'political tool' in COVID culture war, friend claims
Meat Loaf’s friend, Marc Lobliner, has a beef with the way the rock star’s death has been dragged into the COVID-19 culture war.
Out with the old: Schools chancellor dumps old DOE team for 'dramatic changes'
Schools Chancellor David Banks has begun clearing out the executives under his predecessors and replacing them with his own team.
Robert Saleh can take solace in how these Hall of Fame coaches started careers
Even some the very best had to scuffle. Almost all had perfectly good reasons for being so bad: expansion teams, or teams with expansion-level talent.
'Something our troops saw in Afghanistan': High-capacity magazine used in Harlem shooting similar to weapon of war
The so-called “drum” magazine allows a Glock to hold an additional 40 rounds to the firearm's usual 10. NY prohibits their use unless you are active law enforcement or military.
'He likes phones': Tot goes on $1,700-furniture-shopping spree while playing on mom's phone
A 22-month-old New Jersey toddler wracked up a whopping $1,700 in online purchases while playing with his mom's phone.
COVID cases fall statewide, under 10% positivity rate: Hochul
"We are below 10% positivity rate for the second day in a row. This is extraordinary progress," Gov. Hochul said Saturday.
Been caught peeking: I spied my husband watching racy videos of women — from our balcony
A woman is igniting TikTok after sharing a video of her husband scrolling through kinky dancers on his phone -- while watching from her second-floor balcony.
PBA president calls for public to attend fallen NYPD cop's funeral
Rivera was killed Friday and his partner, Wilbert Mora, gravely injured when they were gunned down inside a Harlem apartment.
My best friend is stealing my baby name for her son — and she's not even pregnant!
A woman told her friend the baby name she plans for her son only for the friend to say she would name her son the same thing.
'Make your dress green': Bride bans mom from wedding after joke about sibling jealously
A concerned mom explained that her oldest daughter had banned her from her wedding because she accused her of being jealous of her sister and said she "may as well...
'Scream' beats Spider-Man, holds onto top box office spot
"Scream" held onto its spot atop the domestic box office -- bringing in $3.7 million on Friday. The horror reboot has grossed $42.6 million total.
Tom Brady must elevate Buccaneers' teammates to survive this challenge
The Bucs will turn their lonely eyes to you, Tom Brady, and ask you to figure out a way to win as only you can, against a swaggerlicious Rams team...
Your iPhone’s Apple logo can turn into a secret button – here’s how to ‘unlock’ it
If you have an iPhone then you need to try this hidden feature that utilizes the Apple logo on the back of your phone. Apple iPhones come equipped with several clever features,...
'His mental state is very distorted': Mother of alleged NYPD cop killer speaks about son
The mother of the gunman who allegedly killed an NYPD cop and critically injured another in Harlem told The Post Saturday her son is mentally ill.
Why NFC's top seed is smart bet to advance in NFL playoffs
Given the week off provided by the No. 1 seed that’s involved here, we’re not looking to get in Green Bay’s way.
Ex-Yankee convicted of murdering child, sentenced to 50 years in prison
Sergio Mitre, who pitched in parts of eight major league seasons and won a World Series ring with the 2009 Yankees, likely will spend the rest of his life in...
US embassy families to evacuate Ukraine as Russia tensions mount: report
Families of US embassy personnel in Ukraine will reportedly be ordered by the State Department to evacuate as soon as Monday, as Russian belligerence continues to mount.
Wounded NYPD officer faces 2nd surgery in struggle to survive Harlem shooting
NYPD Officer Wilbert Mora was expected to undergo a second surgery as he struggled to survive the shooting that took his partner's life, according to police and union sources.
Drinking water tops list of needs in Tonga as aid arrives following tsunami
Tongans lined up to access cash for the first time since the disaster, while the government said emergency response crews had already distributed 60,000 liters of water to residents.
St. John's season headed toward turmoil after ugly loss to rival
After another ugly showing, a 66-60 home loss to local rival Seton Hall at the Garden, the Johnnies are headed in the wrong direction.
Fire in the hole: Underground ‘lava-like’ blaze exposed in Scotland
A long-smoldering underground blaze was revealed for the first time after the Earth suddenly opened in a Scottish field.
TV networks, NFL's hypocrisy damaging to racial equality
TV chooses to not offend the most offensive, while Goodell’s NFL promotes racial justice and equality by featuring acts, on the NFL’s biggest stage, that promote the sustaining worst of...
Monkeying around: Lab primate on the loose after truck crash in Pennsylvania
A test monkey is on the lam after a truck carrying 100 apes to a laboratory crashed.
Progressive NYPD critics sing a different tune after rookie cop is slain
Some of the city’s most vocal progressive Democrats are praising cops in the wake of Friday night’s tragic police shooting.
Points will be at a premium in this college hoops matchup
LSU and Tennessee will combine for fewer than 131 points in their matchup on Saturday night.
Alleged cop killer was an anti-gov conspiracy theorist: sources
Lashawn McNeil got deep into conspiracy theories after moving to New York City in November and even believed he was god and no one could tell him what to do,...
Blushin' Biden: President tells Kamala 'I love you' as VP's approval ratings sink
"Hi Kamala, I love you," Biden said robotically to his veep, while the two delivered remarks at a virtual meeting of the DNC.
This Steph Curry milestone comes amid career-worst slump
Amid the worst shooting skid of his career, Curry ended another strange streak on Friday, when the best shooter in NBA history sunk his first game-winning buzzer-beater.
TikTok mom has celebrated her son's birthday on wrong day for 2 years
A Minnesota mom is sparking hilarious conversation on TikTok after revealing she has been celebrating her son’s birthday on the wrong day.
How 49ers-Packers game will play out
Despite all the talk about how great Aaron Rodgers is (and how mediocre Jimmy Garoppolo is), the 49ers still average more yards per game and nearly as many points.
Who is hurt the most by the MLB lockout
This should be a great spring training for Oswald Peraza. It would be his second.
Angler catches state record at spot where he once fished with late friend
The New Hampshire Fish and Game office announced on Facebook that Gilmanton resident Ryan Scott Ashley had caught a new state record cusk weighing 12 pounds and measured 35-inches-long.
Calling all ski bunnies: Best ski resorts for people who don’t ski
Travel Awaits published a list of "10 Winter Resorts And Towns Even Non-Skiers Will Love" in November.
I donated a kidney to my boyfriend – then he brutally dumped me
When Colleen had the chance to change her boyfriend's life six years ago, she didn't think twice about going under the knife for him.
Prince William reveals grief at losing mom Princess Diana as he comforts 11-year-old boy
Prince William has revealed his grief at losing his mom Princess Diana as he comforted a boy, telling him "it gets easier."
Grayson Allen's 'bulls–t' foul injures Alex Caruso: 'Could have ended his career'
Grayson Allen, whose reputation as a serial tripper grew while with the Blue Devils, sent Chicago’s Alex Caruso crashing to the ground in a play that got Allen tossed and...
NFL divisional round predictions: Take one favorite and one underdog
The Titans come in as the No. 1 seed in the AFC and the only team that earned a coveted bye in the conference.
NYPD-hating Harlem Councilwoman claims she was told not to tweet about shot cops
Newly elected Kristin Richardson Jordan, a Democratic socialist, tweeted two hours after the shooting about her concerns over a neighborhood community garden being shut down.
Bill Cosby hid 'mental illness' behind TV dad facade: 1969 rape accuser
Victoria Valentino, one of 60 women to point their fingers at the fallen funnyman, claims Bill Cosby drugged and raped her in an apartment in Hollywood Hills in 1969.
NFL makes major change to COVID testing policy for unvaccinated players
The NFL is eliminating the distinction between vaccinated and unvaccinated players for the remainder of the postseason.
Alcohol abuse! Customer and UES liquor store battle over 'rancid' tequila
Dilip Patel, a store manager, said in an interview that Michael Rosen was nasty, cursed at workers and besides, there was no way the tequila could have gone bad.
Four ex-councilmen now top officials for Mayor Adams
Mayor Eric Adams is beefing up his administration with former City Council members who are allies from both sides of the aisle.
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Throne wars: Queen had to step in during Andrew's 'bizarre' bathroom 'standoff'
The squabble unfolded Christmastime 1999 at Sandringham Estate, northeast of London, when Younger brother Andrew refused to remove his toiletries from a bathroom earmarked for Prince Charles.
Mom barred accused cop killer from bringing guns to her home: sources
Accused cop killer Lashawn McNeil's mom allegedly knew he sometimes carried guns -- and forbade him from bringing any into her New York home, police sources said.
The week in photos: January 15-21, 2022
A fatal subway shove arrest, Djokovic booted from Australia and a tragic funeral are just some of the scenes captured from this week in photos.
Giants to interview an in-house option for head coach
Defensive coordinator Patrick Graham will join four other known candidates interviewing for the Giants' coaching vacancy.
The 'world’s smallest washing machine' is now $140 off
It's time to come clean on this laundry hack.
Private Queens HS shuts down after hate-filled bomb threats
A Queens Catholic high school was locked down for over a week after bomb threats were made on social media, according to church officials and cops.
Congresswoman calls for probe into 'ThriveNYC'
Less than a week after Michelle Go's subway shoving death, allegedly at the hands of a crazed vagrant, Rep. Nicole Malliotakis is calling for an investigation into the city's $1.5...
Baby left with mother's dead body for nearly a week: court papers
Lyric Laboy was just 15-months-old when workers at the East River Family Center found her huddled under a bed on July 25 near the body of her mom, Shelbi Westlake.
Gary Russell Jr. is fighting on his own schedule
The WBC Featherweight champion will fight 23-0 Mark Magsayo on Saturday night in Atlantic City, It is Russell’s first fight since a unanimous decision over Tugstsogt Nyambayar in February 2020.
Adams orders flags lowered for slain NYPD rookie
Rivera, 22, was killed Friday in an ambush in a Harlem apartment, where he was responding to a domestic incident.
No bull: Tourists believe NYC landmark's family jewels deliver good fortune
The Charging Bull statue was named one of the 10 luckiest destinations in the world this week.
Can't escape: Remote island nation enacts first lockdown
Kiribati, home to about 100,000, until now had recorded just two COVID-19 cases since the start of the pandemic.
Golden State tarnished: Ex-pats reveal 'why we left California for good'
With the Golden State losing more residents than it's gaining, some expats reveal why they fled: from prices to politics to pomposity.
Don't mess: Texas man charged with threats to Georgia election officials
Chad Christopher Stark of Leander, Texas, was busted Friday on a charge of communicating interstate threats.
Kid gloves: Teen managing congressional campaign steps down
Though he's too young to vote, Theo Demel, 14, was brought on to manage Maya Contreras' run against Rep. Carolyn Maloney.
One person dead in overnight NYC shooting
The victim, who was shot in the abdomen and legs, was taken to Lincoln Hospital, where he was pronounced dead, authorities said
Rescue Roscoe: Bronx woman sues shelter after emotional support dog was given away
Denise McCurrie, 52, has gone nine months without her beloved Roscoe, who was sent to a shelter when she was hospitalized during an anxiety attack.
Mad mom: Virginia woman 'threatened' school board with 'loaded' gun over COVID masking
Amelia King, 42, was charged Friday by the Luray Police Department with making an oral threat on school property.
Pols go soft on crime, and cops pay with their lives
Friday, in the blink of an eye, one young life came to a profoundly unjust end and another is in grave danger.
Subway diary: Decay and depravity underground as system struggles to recover
In the wake of the horrific subway shoving death of 40-year-old Upper West Sider Michelle Go last week in Times Square, The Post spent three days surveying the troubled transit...
Ex-CBC journalist reveals why 'woke' media is broken — and how to fix it
While working for the CBC, Tara Henley found that pushing back against a "woke" news agenda fell on deaf ears.
Banged-up QB makes Under the play in this NFC playoff battle
The Packers and 49ers will combine for less than 48 points in Saturday's NFC divisional matchup.
Dad of slain subway victim calls for more cops in wake of Michelle Go's murder
On Feb. 13, 2021, Claudine Roberts was killed by a crazed homeless man in a random slashing spree that left two dead and two others injured.
Off-the-rails: Michelle Go's employer backed pro-homeless group
Deloitte Financial Advisory Services donated between $25,000 and $50,000 in 2021 to the Urban Justice Center.
Red-handed: New book reveals how Big Tech elites are helped China achieve global supremacy
Blinded by their ambition, Silicon Valley elites are helping Communist China achieve their ultimate goal: “Technology supremacy” over the West.
New Council bill adds 2 days of parking relief following snowstorms
The goal of the bill is to keep cars off slippery roads by eliminating the need for drivers to move their cars.
'I'm pregnant, have 11 kids — and want 5 more': TikTok star
Two loads of laundry a day. More than $2,500 a month on groceries. TikTok star Veronica Merritt — now pregnant with her 12th child — welcomes The Post into her...
How the emerging Day’Ron Sharpe is reshaping the Nets’ frontcourt with Nic Claxton
In September, the Nets had aging veterans DeAndre Jordan, Blake Griffin and Paul Millsap in their frontcourt. Now it’s out with the old, as they get impressed with the new.
Why a forgotten black female artist is getting her own US postage stamp
Long-forgotten sculptor Edmonia Lewis is suddenly getting her due — with a new US postage stamp dedicated to her legacy.
Why shoplifting is soaring across the US — and will only get worse
Retail crime has been rising throughout the US for the past five years.
Meet the ghostwriters who secretly pen bestselling celebrity memoirs
Even former first lady Michelle Obama, who had a huge 2018 bestseller called “Becoming” and received a whopping $60 million joint advance with her husband for both Obama memoirs, used...
Why 'madman' Putin and his Ukraine shenanigans are entirely logical
He has stationed more than 100,000 troops on his country’s border with Ukraine, and issued a list of impossible demands to the US and NATO.
How a 28-year-old is fighting against 'divisive' anti-racism training
Chloé Valdary, a 28-year-old from Brooklyn, has done away with unconscious bias training, segregating co-workers by race, and placing blame on abstract “systems.”
‘Panic and calm’: How it feels to give up the internet for three months
What happened when one "desperate" man gave up the Internet for three whole months.
Why Gen Z thinks they’re the unluckiest generation in history
Members of Gen Z really think they got a raw deal.
The most sought-after pastries at NYC’s best bakeries
The best way to banish the winter blues? Carbs, obviously. And these are the ones everyone's clamoring for.
Zou Zou's duck pastry is NYC's best new dish
It's the new breakout dish, the way Le Pavillon's oysters Vanderbilt and Carne Mare's gorgonzola-marinated wagyu were in 2021.
Take favorite with underrated QB in this NFL playoff clash
The Titans and underrated Ryan Tannehill will win and cover as 5.5-point favorites against the Bengals in Saturday's AFC divisional matchup.
McDonald's employee in St. Louis is shot in French fry dispute, police say
Terika Clay was charged with first-degree assault and armed criminal action after she allegedly shot an unidentified employee after an argument over a discount on French fries escalated
Nick Kyrgios says he was threatened by Croatian doubles entourage
Australian firebrand Nick Kyrgios said a coach and trainer of world number one doubles pair Nikola Mektic and Mate Pavic had threatened to fight after their doubles match at the...
Video shows man open fire on Oklahoma street in apparent road rage incident
Footage shared on social media shows the man banging on the window of a white Buick SUV in the multi-lane road in Tulsa last Friday.
Packers vs. 49ers: Preview, predictions, what to watch for
An inside look at Saturday’s Packers-49ers NFC divisional matchup in Green Bay, Wis.:
Titans vs. Bengals: Preview, predictions, what to watch for
An inside look at Saturday's Titans-Bengals AFC divisional matchup in Nashville, Tenn.:
NYers bet $600 million in mobile sports gambling launch
New Yorkers placed a record-shattering $603 million in bets during the launch of mobile sports gambling, according to initial figures released by the state Gaming Commission on Friday.
Nets vets 'touched' at tribute their former team gave them
The triumph by the Nets had Patty Mills and LaMarcus Aldridge smiling. The tribute from the Spurs had them crying.
Packers, Aaron Rodgers embracing the cold
That’s the mantra of the Packers and quarterback Aaron Rodgers ahead of their NFC Divisional playoff game against the 49ers on Saturday night at Lambeau Field, where the temperatures are...
Slain NYPD rookie wanted to improve relations between cops and communities
Officer Jason Rivera said his experience growing up in Inwood, where relations between police and the community were strained during the stop and frisk era, inspired him to become the...
What Islanders think about this scheduling chaos
By now, the Islanders are used to the chaos that is their season schedule.
Five big tasks already facing Giants' new GM
Here are five items that should be at or near the top of Giants general manager Joel Schoen's to-do list:
Titans star's return is here: How effective will he be?
Running back Derrick Henry was activated off injured reserve on Friday and he will become a central figure in the AFC Divisional round game in Nashville.
Alleged NYPD cop killer has lengthy rap sheet, was out on probation
Lashawn McNeil was on probation for a 2003 felony narcotics conviction in New York City, NYPD Chief of detectives James Essig said at a press conference.
Texas synagogue hostage-taker's life ‘fell apart’ after divorce, his brother says
Texas hostage-taker Malik Faisal Akram had been a successful British businessman -- until his life fell apart at the end of his 12-year marriage, according to his brother.
49ers star talks 'coolest coach,' stopping Packers and Robert Saleh
The NFL divisional round kicks off Saturday, with Green Bay hosting the 49ers in the nightcap. Post columnist Steve Serby connected with San Francisco defensive end Arik Armstead for some...
'Save our city': NYC Mayor Eric Adams makes desperate plea after cop shooting
Mayor Eric Adams implored New Yorkers to help "save our city" after yet another shooting in the Big Apple that left one NYPD officer dead and another clinging to life.
Knicks guards' struggles coming at damaging time
In the past week, a stretch that has included three straight Knicks losses, Alec Burks and Immanuel Quickley have gone missing.
Rangers tweak lineup in blowout loss
Dryden Hunt took the revolving right-wing spot on the Artemi Panarin-Ryan Strome connection, which had belonged to Filip Chytil the previous three games.
What Bills' GM has to say about Joe Schoen
Brandon Beane and Joe Schoen made it so right in Buffalo that the Bills are still alive in the playoffs this season and Schoen has departed for bigger things.
Rangers look a tier below NHL's elite in humbling loss
The Rangers’ conduct Friday night in their final game of the season’s first half was unbecoming a team that had spent the opening three months of the season gaining a...